Moore’s Hot Wing Sauce

Hot wing sauces are never enough without bold, tangy, and heat flavor. Luckily, Moore’s Hot Wing Sauce fits into the list. I like it the most for its perfect balance of heat and flavors. I am sure all spicy lovers will love this sauce. 

But what if you can’t handle the spice level? Or what if you want a more tangy flavor or sweetness? The best solution is to make this hot chicken dipping sauce by yourself. With homemade versions, you can adjust the flavors. Here, we will guide you through Moore’s sauce recipe that will give you exactly like the ready-made wing sauce. And of course, you can change the proportion of the ingredients as per your preferences. 

What Is Moore’s Hot Wing Sauce? 

After seeing Moore’s wing sauce review, I was sure it was a buttery sauce. But no, it’s a bold, buttery, and spicy sauce that can suit any taste bud. Starting from grilled meats to veggies, everything goes so well with this sauce. The vinegar and lemon juice in it give a tangy kick. Then the cayenne pepper makes it spicy. The butter makes it buttery, and the sugar gives a perfect balance to the heat level.

Unlike generic wing sauces, Moore’s sauce doesn’t overpower the dishes, it complements them. Especially salads, grilled chicken, dips, sandwiches, and of course wings are best friends of Moore’s wing sauce. 

Ingredients You Need

Before you start making your hot sauce for wings, make sure you have the following ingredients with you.

Vinegar

Use ½ cup of vinegar to add a tangy flavor to Moore’s buffalo sauce. This is going to be the base essential in this recipe. 

Aged Red Cayenne Pepper 

¼ cup of aged red cayenne pepper is going to give a signature heat to the sauce.

Canola Oil

For a smooth texture and some richness, use ¼ cup of canola oil.

Salt

To enhance the overall flavor, use 1 teaspoon of salt. 

Unsalted Butter

1 teaspoon of unsalted butter is enough to give a buttery undertone to the sauce.

Sugar

To balance the heat level wing sauce with sweetness, you will need 1 tablespoon of sugar. 

Xanthan Gum

Xanthan gum acts as a thickening agent. So use ½ teaspoon of it.

Garlic Powder

For some depth and savory notes, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder is perfect. 

Lemon Juice

To enhance the tanginess, use ½ teaspoon of lemon juice. 

Sodium Benzoate (Optional)

If you want to preserve your sauce for a long time, use ¼ teaspoon of sodium benzoate. 

Garlic Oil

You can intensify the garlic and bold buffalo flavor with ½ teaspoon of garlic oil.

Note: You can adjust the quantities of the ingredients as per your taste preferences.

How To Make Moore’s Hot Wing Sauce with 5 Simple Steps?

Now, we are all set to make Moore’s buffalo wing sauce. Let’s go through its recipe now.

Step 1

First, you have to combine all the base ingredients. So take a saucepan, put vinegar, aged red cayenne pepper, and canola oil in it. Mix everything and stir it well over a medium heat.

Step 2

Next, you have to add flavors. Start by adding salt, unsalted butter, sugar, garlic powder, lemon juice, and garlic oil into the saucepan. Keep stirring them so that the flavors blend.

Step 3

Now it’s time to thicken the sauce. For that, sprinkle xanthan gum gradually and whisk constantly. This will prevent clumping in the sauce. Keep cooking the mixture for 5 to 7 minutes or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. 

Step 4

If you want to store the sauce for an extended period, add some sodium benzoate. Stir the mixture again so that the sodium benzoate is evenly distributed. 

Step 5

Now take the saucepan from the stove and let the sauce cool down. Let it sit at room temperature. After it cools down, transfer the sauce to a sterilized glass container and store it in the refrigerator. You can easily use it for up to two weeks. 

Special Tips

While preparing this hot chicken dipping sauce, follow these tips below. Trust me, your sauce will turn out better than the store-bought hot wing sauce.

• Always use high-quality ingredients, especially for spices and oils. Only then will the sauce have an enhanced flavor.
• Don’t put in xanthan gum at once. Add it in small amounts gradually. Also, check the consistency every time you add it.
• Check the flavor consistently. Whenever you tweak the salt, taste it; when you add the sugar, taste it. This will help the sauce match your preferred taste level.
• Always store the sauce in a clean, airtight container so that its freshness remains intact.

Best Pairings With Moore’s Hot Wing Sauce 

Below are some of the best dishes that pair well with this cayenne pepper sauce.

• Chicken wings
• Grilled shrimp
• Chicken skewers
• Buffalo cauliflower bites
• Burgers and sandwiches
• Pizza
• Tofu
• Nachos

Conclusion 

So now, you know the secret recipe of Moore’s Hot Wing Sauce. You can try it with wings, grilled chicken, shrimps, and many more dishes that can’t go without wing sauce. 

If you want a honey chilli flavor, add a teaspoon of honey instead of sugar. And always use real butter, not margarine. Or else, you can’t get the authentic richness. And since the recipe involves a preservative, i.e., sodium benzoate, it’s better to store the sauce in a glass jar. Preservatives hold the taste better when sauces are in a glass jar.

That’s all. Let us know how you customized your Moore’s hot sauce and how it tasted!

FAQs

How Spicy is Moore’s Hot Wing Sauce?

Moore’s spicy wing glaze is medium-spicy. The cayenne makes it spicy. But since it has sugar too, the spice level stays in balance.

Is Moore’s Sauce Good for Grilling or Dipping?

Moore’s sauce is perfect for grilling and dipping, especially its Buffalo Ranch. It enhances the flavor of chicken and other meats.

How Does Moore’s Compare to Frank’s Redhot?

Moore’s sauce has a thicker consistency, while Frank’s RedHot sauce has a thinner consistency. Also, Moore’s sauce has a rich, smooth texture. But Frank’s sauce is like a straight hot sauce.